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Cyberpunk 2077
Cyberpunk 2077An open-world action-adventure RPG set in the sprawling, dangerous metropolis of Night City.
Grand Theft Auto III
Grand Theft Auto IIIRevolutionary open‑world crime saga that defined a genre
Overview
Description

Cyberpunk 2077 is an open-world action-adventure game set in Night City, a sprawling metropolis driven by power, glamour, and body modification. Players assume the role of V, a mercenary outlaw in pursuit of a unique implant that holds the key to immortality, navigating a world where mega-corporations operate above the law. In a gritty future defined by cyberware, violent crime, and extreme poverty, your choices directly influence both the narrative and the world around you. Experience deep role-playing customization of skills, cybernetics, and playstyle as you carve your own legend in the streets of Night City.

Grand Theft Auto III drops players into a gritty, 3‑D Liberty City where every street corner teems with opportunity and danger. As a hired gun, you navigate a branching storyline filled with betrayal, heists, and relentless police pursuit. The game blends driving, shooting, and exploration in a seamless sandbox, offering endless side missions, vehicle customization, and a living city that reacts to your actions. Its groundbreaking freedom set the standard for modern open‑world titles.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Open-World Adventure
Open-World Adventure
Best for
Mature fans of deep RPGs and open-world action games
Action‑adventure gamers
Specifications
General
msrp
$59.99
$19.9967%
release date
2020-12-10
2001-10-22
Specifications
developer
CD Projekt RED
DMA Design, TransGaming Inc.
publisher
CD Projekt
Take-Two Interactive, Rockstar Games, Capcom, ak tronic, 1C-SoftClub
age rating
PEGI 18, ESRB M
PEGI 18, ESRB M
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
75/100
95/100+27%
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Breathtaking and highly immersive visual design of Night City
  • Deep cyberware and skill customization systems
  • Engaging, choice-driven narrative and memorable characters
  • Action-packed gunplay and fluid movement mechanics
  • Groundbreaking open‑world design
  • Rich, atmospheric soundtrack
  • Varied mission types and activities
  • Strong narrative and memorable characters
Cons
  • Pivotal choices can occasionally feel restricted by the overarching plot
  • Complex world and systems can overwhelm new players initially
  • High system requirements for optimal graphical performance on PC
  • Outdated graphics by modern standards
  • Occasional frame‑rate drops on older hardware
  • Limited multiplayer options (single‑player only)
Community & Metrics
Upvotes
6
0
User rating
3.7 (3)
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What reviewers say

Cyberpunk 2077 Reviews

3.7 (3)
Verified User

Love it

Been playing Cyberpunk 2077 with friends. Greatly improved since launch. One gripe: some lingering bugs. Would recommend.

Verified User

Recommend Cyberpunk 2077

Been playing Cyberpunk 2077 with friends. Strong main story and Phantom Liberty. One gripe: demanding hardware for ray tracing. Would recommend.

Verified User

Fun with caveats

Been playing Cyberpunk 2077 with friends. Upside: deep build variety. Downside: some lingering bugs.

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The Verdict

AI-generated from listing data

Grand Theft Auto III offers classic, low‑cost single‑player action with historic open‑world design, while Cyberpunk 2077 provides a modern, visually stunning RPG with deeper customization at a higher price.

Key differences

  • Price: $19.99 vs $59.99.
  • Graphics: 2001-era visuals vs 2020 high‑end graphics requiring strong PC hardware.
  • Depth of RPG systems: Cyberpunk has extensive cyberware/skill trees; GTA III has limited weapon/vehicle variety only.
  • Narrative impact: Cyberpunk features choice‑driven story; GTA III follows a linear storyline.
  • Critical reception: GTA III 95/100 vs Cyberpunk 75/100.
DimensionWinner

Pricing & value

GTA III costs $19.99, a quarter of Cyberpunk's $59.99 price.

Grand Theft Auto III

Graphics & performance

Cyberpunk 2077 targets modern high‑end graphics; GTA III uses 2001 graphics considered outdated.

Cyberpunk 2077

Gameplay & fun factor

Cyberpunk offers deep RPG customization and choice‑driven narrative; GTA III provides simpler action‑adventure.

Cyberpunk 2077

Multiplayer / co‑op

Both are single‑player only.

Tie

Content & replayability

Cyberpunk's skill trees, multiple endings, and side missions increase replay value over GTA III's linear missions.

Cyberpunk 2077

Difficulty & accessibility

GTA III's older, less demanding engine runs on older hardware; Cyberpunk has high system requirements.

Grand Theft Auto III

Platform availability

Both are listed as paid, single‑player titles; no platform specifics given.

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Choose Cyberpunk 2077 if…

Players seeking modern graphics, deep RPG systems, and narrative choices, willing to pay more.

Choose Grand Theft Auto III if…

Budget‑conscious players wanting classic action without hardware demands.

Common questions

Which game is cheaper?

Grand Theft Auto III costs $19.99; Cyberpunk 2077 costs $59.99.

Do either games support multiplayer?

Both are single‑player only.

Which game has higher critical acclaim?

GTA III has a critic score of 95/100, while Cyberpunk 2077 has 75/100.